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Rice Sheath Blight Disease Management 2012

Donald Groth, Hollier, Clayton A.

LSU AgCenter, All, All

Rice Sheath Blight Disease Management.

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Management Practices

Plant varieties less susceptible to sheath blight.
Plant as early as possible within the recommended planting period. Avoid late planting.
Avoid excessive plant stands
Do not over fertilize with nitrogen.
Apply a fungicide if necessary.

Suggested Additional Sources of Information

Rice Varieties and Management Tips, LSU AgCenter Pub. 2270.
Rice Disease Fact Sheet, LSU AgCenter Pub. 3084.
Louisiana Rice Production Handbook, LSU AgCenter Pub. 2321.
www.lsuagcenter.com.
Contact your local cooperative extension agent.

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